African Blackwood (Dalbergia melanoxylon) is one of the densest and most sought-after hardwoods in the world. Renowned for its deep purplish-black to jet-black coloration with subtle brown streaking, this premium exotic wood offers exceptional beauty, durability, and performance. Exceptionally hard and heavy, African Blackwood machines and turns cleanly with sharp tools, producing crisp details and a naturally smooth surface. Its fine, closed grain and natural oils allow it to polish to a glass-like finish with minimal effort. Once dry, it is extremely stable, resisting movement and checking better than most hardwoods. Commonly used for high-end woodturning projects, musical instruments, knife handles, pens, inlays, and decorative accents, African Blackwood is prized for applications where strength, precision, and visual impact matter most.

Special Note:

Blanks marked as "may contain defects" usually have a small bug whlole or two and maybe some light end checking.

   Kiln dried
   Thickness may vary by up to 1/8"
   Totally defect free. No holes, checks, knots or cracks.
   All orders fulfilled within 2 business days
   Shipments fully insured against loss and damage